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A Look Inside 815

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Picture Your Event at 815

Events at 815 Weed Street is a distinctive Chicago event and wedding venue set in a restored 1920s industrial building. These photos showcase our original brick walls, warm lighting, and adaptable multi-floor spaces — the same character that makes 815 a memorable backdrop for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, and creative productions.

As you browse, imagine how each room could be styled for your celebration. When you're ready to see it in person, explore our weddings, social & corporate events, and film & photography pages, or get in touch to schedule a tour.

Arrival & Lounge Ceremony Getting Ready Second Floor & Bar Receptions

01 — Arrival

Lobby, Lounge & Stairwell

Guests arrive through brick-walled lounges, velvet seating and a sculptural steel stairwell that connects every floor.

Entry lounge with brick walls, high ceilings, a grand chandelier, velvet seating and a modern stairwell
Industrial lobby with a brick accent wall, wall art, velvet sofa set and a large mirror
Entryway with industrial metal stairs and a tall arched floor mirror reflecting a seating area
Lounge space with brown sofas against brick and dark accent walls
Cozy seating nook with a beige fabric sofa, potted plant and dark painted walls
View looking down into an industrial metal stairwell spanning multiple floors

02 — Ceremony

The First Floor

Acrylic ghost chairs, a floral arch against original brick, and warm chandelier light under exposed structure.

Event venue set for a ceremony with transparent ghost chairs and a floral arch along a brick wall
Floral ceremony arch framed by clear chairs under an ornate chandelier
Expansive loft venue with exposed brick, wood beam ceilings, chandeliers and rows of clear acrylic chairs
Angled view of a hall filled with transparent chairs, exposed ductwork and warm overhead lighting
Wide eye-level view of a wedding aisle lined with acrylic chairs leading toward a floral arch

03 — Preparation

Getting Ready Suites

Private first-floor suites with illuminated vanities, full-length mirrors and room for the whole party.

Stylish vanity room with a black wall, lighted mirror and rose floral mural
Private dressing room with an illuminated vanity mirror, white furniture and a full-length mirror
Vanity table with a glowing LED mirror set against monochrome rose wallpaper
Dark hallway with a vanity desk, mirror and oversized rose mural
Sleek dark vanity setup beside an open doorway in a modern event space

04 — Cocktails

Second Floor & Bar

A dark wood bar, acrylic stools and cocktail tables beneath timber beams and tall windows.

Spacious event hall with exposed brick walls, wooden ceilings and cocktail tables
Cocktail tables and bar setup in a rustic venue with brick walls and large windows
Dark wooden bar counter with high clear stools, exposed brick walls and warm hanging lamps
Angled view of an L-shaped dark wooden bar counter surrounded by acrylic bar stools
Side view of a long wooden bar with acrylic high chairs facing large arched windows
Expansive loft event hall with polished wood floors, exposed brick, large windows and banquet tables

05 — Receptions

Dinner & Dancing

Rounds, long banquet runs or open floor plans — the multi-level space reshapes around your guest count.

Wide shot of a rustic industrial venue with brick walls, exposed wooden ceilings, a bar area and formal event seating
Open event space with chandeliers, timber ceilings and draped round tables
Round reception tables set with white linens and gold chairs under warm chandeliers
Reception room prepared with elegant round dining tables and gold chairs
Wide angle view of an industrial-chic reception hall decorated for an event
Close-up of a floral centerpiece on a dining table surrounded by gold chiavari chairs
Wide view of an event hall set with round tables, gold chairs, chandeliers and exposed wooden beams
Spacious reception area with multiple round tables, flower vases and elegant chandeliers
Long room prepared for a banquet with light wood flooring, brick walls and aligned table settings
Round tables with white tablecloths and metallic chiavari chairs near large windows

In the Details

Styled for your vision

Original brick walls, warm lighting and adaptable multi-floor spaces give every celebration at 815 its own character — from an intimate ceremony to a lively reception or a polished business event.

Photos courtesy of Prudence Photography and artwork courtesy of Annick Ibsen.

Weddings at 815 Social & Corporate
White orchid in a ribbed ceramic vase on a set event table with chandeliers and round tables in the brick hall behind

Recognition

Reviewed & recommended

Google 5.0 Stars Google
WeddingWire Award-Winning WeddingWire
The Knot Award-Winning The Knot

See It In Person

Book a tour of 815

Photos only go so far. Walk the floors, stand in the light, and picture your celebration in the space — our team will talk through layouts, timing and every detail.

815 W Weed St, Chicago, IL 60642 | (312) 528-1200 | events@815weedst.com
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